WHAT FAMILIES HAD TO SAY
“The general public show great support to the RAF but I feel the government of whatever party don’t respect or support us anywhere near as much as they should.”
“We’re overseas (USA) serving alongside the US Navy. The British could learn so much about how to treat ex-serving military. Huge appreciation and respect is given in all areas to military members and their families.”
“I’m often stopped by members of the public in my local village for a pleasant chat if I’m wearing uniform. They usually want to talk about the ‘old days’ but I don’t mind at all - it makes me proud to be serving in the RAF!”
“In my opinion the general public do not associate themselves with the RAF as they once did; this is mainly because of Base closures, limited contact with the public and an unrecognised uniform. The No2 working dress is often mistaken for a security guard or the RAC!!!”
“Unfortunately, the RAF does not appear to be at the forefront of the public mind-set when they consider the military. There is an assumption (not helped by the written/TV media) that we are all in the Army and if a public issue arises that requires military support/assistance (e.g. tanker driver, Olympics), it will be the ‘Army’ that helps to support (even though it more often than not includes the other Service arms).”
“I believe it’s a 2-way street, you get back what you put in.”
“Although some parts of society do support the Armed Forces other areas do not. I recently visited the cinema in Swindon and after asking if they did military discount was informed that no they do not; they only offer a discount to the police and fire brigade.”
“It’s a good idea but a lot more needs to be done to put all the points into practice. If you are stationed in an area with a large base then the locals understand but if you are somewhere more urban then no one cares, especially so if they find out you are married to the Forces. We are treated like second class citizens sometimes.”
“Words, just words without substance. The politicians pat our back and pick our pockets at the same time.”
“It seems to be having a positive effect, even though many people don’t always realise that it has helped them.”
“I think the majority of the Covenant is PR window dressing and any benefits are derived from the fact of current media scrutiny because of high profile ops-i.e. Afghanistan. Once these Ops finish I think the Covenant will fall by the wayside and be kicked into the long grass as media interest lessens.”
“The Covenant is not followed willingly. Very often you have to bring it to their attention and fight for the assistance it is supposed to provide.”
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